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Maymay's "Nasaan Ang Hiling," Filipino Version of "Snow White" Theme Song "Waiting on a Wish," Is Now Out

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<div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1742364065864METRO MAYMAY 1.2 B.jpeg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Maymay | Photography by Louis Duran</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>The Filipino version of &quot;<strong>Waiting on a Wish</strong>,&quot; the theme song of <strong><em>Disney&#x27;s Snow White</em></strong>, is now out! Performed by actress-singer <strong>Maymay</strong>, &quot;<strong>Nasaan Ang Hiling</strong>&quot; was released in time for when the movie hits cinemas today.  </p><p>In a <strong>Metro.Style</strong> exclusive, <strong>Allie Benedicto</strong>, The Walt Disney Company Southeast Asia Head of Integrated Marketing, shared why they chose Maymay to localize the theme song for the live-action reimagining of the 1937 animated film <em>Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs</em>: &quot;We wanted to find a Filipino personality who could truly bring the song’s lyrics and spirit to life, and Maymay Entrata’s incredible talent, humility, and optimism make her the perfect choice. Through her voice, we hope to inspire a new generation of Filipino fans to be more like Snow White.&quot; </p><div><strong>Related: </strong><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/lifestyle/people/2025/3/17/-nasaan-ang-hiling-maymay-sings-the-filipino-version-of-disney-s-snow-white-theme-song-0956" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>&#x27;Nasaan Ang Hiling?&quot;—Maymay Sings the Filipino Version of &#x27;Waiting on a Wish,&#x27; &#x27;Disney&#x27;s Snow White&#x27; Theme Song</strong></a></div><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DHSGzmGT3rA/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=864&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A8024034%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="879" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Recording &quot;Nasaan Ang Hiling&quot; was a fun learning experience for Maymay, as she had to learn to sing with a theatrical tone. Vocal coaches Annie Quintos, Jade Riccio, and Greg Shilling were with her every step of the way to help bring out the best in Maymay&#x27;s voice. &quot;Thankfully, I’m so blessed because God sent me people who helped me prepare before the recording. Because I love learning, it was really fun for me, especially during the recording,&quot; Maymay told Metro.Style. </p><p>When asked about her favorite lyrics from &quot;Nasaan Ang Hiling,&quot; Maymay said, &quot;<em>Sana ay masimulan / Sabihin ang nararamdaman / Tapang mailalabas</em>.&quot; These lines made her emotional, as they made her think that sometimes, even when we have a dream, it&#x27;s not always easy to head to that destination. </p><p>She opened up, sharing how the song resonated with her, &quot;<em>Umabot ako sa </em>point <em>na nangangarap na ako</em>—<em>ang laki ng pangarap ko</em>—<em>pero saan ako magsisimula</em>?&quot; Still, no matter the challenges—as Maymay&#x27;s journey in showbiz shows—the song inspires us to power through. </p><div><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/lifestyle/people/2025/3/18/maymay-entrata-talks-about-dreams-and-the-mentor-who-inspired-her-to-take-a-leap-of-faith-1755" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Maymay Talks About Dreams and the Mentor Who Inspired Her to Take a Leap of Faith</a></strong></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><iframe width="925" height="525" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/BCvyonG_bKk?si=ZqKRUqdih0Me8tRA" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><br/></div><div><br/></div><p>On the road to that dream, we must be &quot;fearless, fair, brave, and true,&quot; as Snow White&#x27;s father taught her.</p><p>Maymay will perform &quot;Nasaan Ang Hiling&quot; live today, March 19, 5PM, at SM Seaside Cebu Mountain Wing and on March 21, 5PM, at SM Lanang Activity Center.</p><div>  </div><div><em><strong></strong></em><strong></strong><strong><em>Disney&#x27;s Snow White</em></strong><strong><em>, which stars Rachel Zegler as Snow White and Gal Gadot as the Evil Queen, is now showing!</em></strong><strong></strong><em></em><em></em><br/></div>

<p>Maymay shares her favorite lyrics from "Nasaan Ang Hiling"—so inspiring!</p>

Maymay shares her favorite lyrics from "Nasaan Ang Hiling"—so inspiring!

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Maymay's 'Nasaan Ang Hiling'—the Filipino Version of 'Snow White' Theme Song 'Waiting on a Wish'—Is Now Out!

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Published Mar 19, 2025 02:30 PM PHT

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